City of Fairview Heights Planning Commission Met Oct. 13.
Here is the minutes provided by the commission:
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at approximately 7:00 p.m. by Chairman Jim Bramstedt with (9 members) in physical attendance: Pat Wesemann, Larry Mensing, Don Barkley, Greg Moats, Gregory Coleman, Patrick McCarthy, Clarence Carthen, Pat Herrington, & Jim Bramstedt (1 members) in attendance via Web X: Kelly Smith. Also, in attendance were Andrea Riganti (Land Use Director), Andrew Hoerner (Attorney) & Garrett Hoerner via Web X, and Kendra Tucker (Secretary).
CITIZENS COMMENTS
None.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The minutes of September 13, 2020 approved as written.
NEW BUSINESS –
PC07-20 Amendment to a Site Development Plan, 1029 Lincoln Trail, Huck’s Convenience Store
Director Riganti presented the application and staff advisory to the commission.
The applicant was present.
Troy Deitz of 1311A W. Main Street, Carmi, IL was sworn in.
Mr. Deitz stated he is the vice president of real estate with Hucks. Mr. Deitz proceeded to explain how the previously approved development plan has been updated.
The commission discussed potential ingress/egress issues due to the intersection’s high volume of traffic.
Chairman Bramstedt asked if anyone was present to speak.
Zach Brann of 6409 Old Collinsville Road, Fairview Heights, IL was sworn in.
Mr. Brann stated that he owns the property north of the development and has concerns regarding the changes to the site plans. Mr. Brann stated he would like to request a 12 ft. high fence between his property and Huck’s.
Josh Goodman of 6413 Old Collinsville Road, Fairview Heights, Il was sworn in.
Mr. Goodman stated he was attending the meeting to receive information regarding the changes being proposed to the previous approved development plan. Mr. Goodman also stated his concerns for traffic accidents from people leaving the Huck’s property.
The applicant, Mr. Deitz, responded to the residents’ concerns. Mr. Deitz stated that Huck’s would be willing to place a fence/landscape barrier to appease the neighbor’s request.
The commission discussed potential traffic concerns based on whether a Huck’s customer would be able to turn left leaving the lot. Director Riganti stated that the public works department, city engineer, and police department had reviewed the application and had no concerns regarding the ingress/egress of the property.
The commission considered the possibility of amending the findings to request a “no left turn” sign.
Commissioner Wesemann made a motion to approved PC07-20.
Planning Commissioner Wesemann introduced the following resolution and moved for its adoption:
RESOLUTION PC 007 -20
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING FINDINGS OF FACT RELATING TO APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO A SITE DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR HUCK’S CONVENIENCE STORE AT 1029 LINCOLN HIGHWAY
WHEREAS, Martin and Bayley, Inc. hereinafter referred to as the "Applicant," obtained approval for a Site Development Plan at 1029 Lincoln Highway, PIN(s) 03-27.0-225-028, -025 and -020 on July 17, 2019 by Ordinance 1845-19; and
WHEREAS, said approval authorized the construction of a Huck’s Convenience Store and other site improvements as depicted on the Site Development Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Applicant has proposed an amendment to the approved Site Development Plan that is major in nature; and
WHEREAS, the Applicant properly applied for an Amendment to a Site Development Plan.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THIS PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS, ST. CLAIR COUNTY, STATE OF ILLINOIS that the Findings of Fact relating to the request are as follows:
That the Applicant appeared before the Planning Commission for a public hearing pursuant to Section 14-10-8 of the City of Fairview Heights Development Code on October 13, 2020 and that said public hearing was properly advertised, the minutes of which are hereby incorporated by reference.
That the subject properties are zoned "PB" Planned Business District.
That this permit will not require changes to traffic circulation and ingress/egress.
That this permit will require changes to lighting, landscaping and the existing site usage.
That the proposed use will not be unduly dangerous or otherwise detrimental to persons residing or working in the vicinity of the use or to the public welfare.
That the proposed use will not substantially adversely impair the use, enjoyment, or market value of any surrounding property.
That the proposed use will not be hazardous or disturbing to existing neighboring uses.
That the proposed use will be served adequately by public facilities and services such as highways and streets.
That the proposed use will not create excessive additional requirements at public cost for public facilities and services, and it will not be detrimental to the economic welfare of the community.
That the proposed use will not involve activities and uses that will be detrimental to any persons, property, or the general welfare by reason of excessive production of traffic, noise, smoke fumes, glare or odors.
That the proposed use will be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
That this approval will allow the applicant's development of a Huck’s Convenience Store as proposed on the Amended Site Development Plan. Any changes deemed substantial on the Subject Property will require additional review and approval by the City.
That the Site Development Plan approval is contingent upon the Department of Land Use and Development approval of a landscaping plan, which shall be developed in consultation with surrounding property owners and meet or exceed the Development Code.
That the Site Development Plan approval is contingent upon the Department of Public Works approval of the drainage and grading plan, the storm water management plan, the erosion control plan and other relevant planning design documents.
That the Applicant shall be responsible for all City costs incurred in administering and enforcing this Approval.
That the Director of Land Use and Development, and her designee, shall have the right to inspect the premises for compliance and safety purposes.
That this Approval shall automatically expire if the use is not initiated within one year of City Council approval.
That the Applicant shall obtain all required permits from the City and comply with all City ordinances and codes.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by McCarthy; upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Herrington, Moats, Mensing, Wesemann, Carthen, Coleman, McCarthy, & Bramstedt
and the following voted against the same: Barkley
and the following abstained: None
and the following were absent: Smith & Hoppe
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted by the Fairview Heights Planning Commission this the 13th day of October 2020.
PC06-20 Special Use Permit with Site Development Plan, 114 Commerce Lane, Ascend Wellness Holdings Director Riganti presented the application and staff advisory to the commission.
The applicants were present.
Katrina McGuire of 1 US Bank Plaza, St. Louis MO was sworn in.
Ms. McGuire explains the application to the commission.
Kate Crowther of 577 Burts Pit Road, Florence, MA was sworn in.
Ms. Crowther spoke on the company’s multi-state facilities, corporate good citizenship, and the prospects of the Fairview Heights’ location for revenue.
Kathleen Olivastro of 15 Outer Ladue Drive, St Louis, MO was sworn in.
Ms. Olivastro stated she is the Regional Director in Illinois and was present to speak on the customer experience. Ms. Olivastro then gave the commission an explanation on operational procedures and how this guides the customer’s experience.
Director Bramstedt asked applicant if the parking would be sufficient. Ms. Olivastro stated that the parking is sufficient.
Shea Krotz of 10799 Lake Road, Highland, IL was sworn in.
Mr. Krotz stated that he is the project engineer. Mr. Krotz then explained the development plan to the commission.
Ms. Crowther explained the use of way finding signage in the parking lot to the commission.
Ms. Olivastro explained the strict procedures in place regarding products being received from the distributor to being sold to the public. Ms. Crowther also went over the safety and security procedures that the facility would implement.
Bob McNutt of 1611 County Road BW, Roseville, MN was sworn in.
Channel account manager of YourSix. Mr. McNutt stated that they are partnered to provide security solutions to the dispensary. Mr. McNutt then provided the commission a detailed explanation of all the security protocols that would be in practice at this location.
The commission then discussed the security measures with the applicants.
Chairman Bramstedt requested anyone present to speak on the application to be sworn in.
Karen Lorenzini of 20 Rone Lane, St. Louis, MO was sworn in.
Ms. Lorenzini stated that she is the manager at PJ Holdings. Ms. Lorenzini presented the commission a list of concerns regarding the dispensary opening in this location.
The commission spoke to the applicants regarding how they might work with Ms. Lorenzini to come to an agreement on reducing potential negative impact to the PJ Holding’s property. The applicants stated that they would be willing to make changes to alleviate Ms. Lorenzini’s concerns.
The commission discussed the application.
Commissioner McCarthy made a motion to deny the application.
The findings for PC06-20, were read by Commissioner McCarthy. Commissioner Herrington seconded the motion.
Vote- Aye: Herrington & McCarthy
Nay: Moats, Mensing, Wesemann, Barkley, Carthen, Coleman, & Bramstedt
Absent: Hoppe & Smith
The motion to deny the application was denied.
The commission discussed approval.
Commissioner Coleman made a motion to approve the application.
At the request of Commissioner Coleman, Commissioner Wesemann read the findings for PC06-20. Commissioner Barkley seconded the motion.
Vote- Aye: Wesemann, Barkley, Coleman, & Bramstedt.
Nay: Herrington, Moats, Mensing, Carthen, & McCarthy.
Absent: Hoppe & Smith
The motion to approve the application was denied. The application for PC06-20 will be forwarded to the Community Committee with no recommendation.
OLD BUSINESS
None.
NEW BUSINESS
None.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
None.
ADJOURNMENT – The meeting was adjourned at 10:18 p.m.
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